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Director of Assessment and Student Success

Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2027

LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA

Southwestern Community College is looking for a student-centered, energetic professional that is excited about the opportunity to develop and grow new and existing student services programming. The director of assessment and student success will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Assessment Center, serve as an academic advisor, and will coordinate the college’s new student orientation programs. The individual will also be responsible for assisting in the development of new student experiences that will enhance Southwestern’ s campus and will contribute to increased recruitment, retention, and success rates.

As the director of assessment and student success, this role will include supervision of Assessment Center staff, confidential and secure test scheduling, test administration including serving as the HiSET Chief Examiner, and oversight of ACT testing for the college’s region.

This is a full-time position with benefits. Review of applications will begin upon receipt of qualified applicants and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education or related field required, master’s preferred. Prior experience in an educational setting preferred. Additional training and experience in assessment and testing instruments will be expected upon employment.

Equal Opportunity Educational Institution and Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, political party affiliation, and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status.

Salary : $55,336 - $79,808

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